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Research Fellow (JOB-2018-0028288)

Under the Air Traffic Management Research Institute (ATMRI) (http://atmri.ntu.edu.sg/), Nanyang Technological University, you will be part of ‘Regional ATM Modernisation Programme’ team to perform technical analysis and lead strategic research on ATM operational performance in the ASEAN region. This role is required in the new ATMRI programme “Regional ATM Modernisation” that will establish capabilities in modelling, simulation and validation of new operational concepts to serve short and medium-term modernization and harmonization initiatives as prescribed in the ASEAN ATM Master Plan. This programme being operational-centric is expected to make ATMRI the regional institution to perform ATM studies, critically needed as air traffic in Asia Pacific is forecasted to triple by 2030s.

Primary Duties or Responsibilities

The Project Lead shall:

Lead, manage and coordinate projects consisting of ATM operational expert, modelling and simulation engineers, programmers and ATM analysts in support of projects and activities in accordance with stakeholder requirements.

Translate the requirements from stakeholders into project plan with distinction to timeline, key milestones, members assigned, deliverables, risks, etc.

Monitor the proper execution of the projects, capture relevant issues to be addressed, report or re-negotiate with the stakeholders on project outcomes.

Accept to work flexible and long hours, in particular during the test, acceptance and simulation periods.

Maintain excellent coordination and communication with all stakeholders on aspects related to projects matters.

Participate in regional conferences, seminars, working group meetings etc. in support of the ATM Master Plan;

Report to Programme Director as required, on current and future developments; and

Any other duties as may be assigned by the Programme Director and Director, ATMRI.

Job Requirement

At least a PhD in Science, Engineering or Project Management from an accredited university, with 5 years’ working experience in the management of complex projects (multicultural, multinational) involving a wide range of skills in the field of ATM or project engineering.